Water Sports

Watersports at Anse Chastanet

Snorkelling

ANSE CHASTANET is situated in the heart of the St. Lucia marine reserves and
virtually surrounded by most of the island's coral reefs which are excellent
not only for scuba diving but also for snorkelling. Snorkelling can be
enjoyed right off the Anse Chastanet beach. The Anse Chastanet reef starts
just 10 yards beyond the water's edge. The reef's remarkable ecosystem
offers an amazing profusion of unusual tropical marine life in shallow calm
and clear water. Anse Chastanet Reef is home to more than 150 different
species of fish. Anse Chastanet guests can obtain snorkel equipment on
complimentary basis from the scuba centre at the south end of the beach.
Snorkelling can be enjoyed unsupervised at the south and north end of the
bay. In addition, guided boat snorkel trips are offered to other nearby
reefs at a small charge.

Please visit our scuba page for more information about the reefs and scuba diving.

Windsurfing and Sunfish Sailing

The Anse Chastanet watersports center located at the north end of
Anse Chastanet beach offers guests on a complimentary basis windsurfs and
sunfish sailing boats. The resort beach attendants are able to provide
beginner lessons if required. Being located on the calm Caribbean side of
the island, the tropical breezes are gentle and easy to manage.

Ocean Kayaking

"Sit on top" easy to use kayaks are available on a complimentary basis from
the Anse Chastanet watersports center. In addition, and against a charge,
Anse Chastanet guests can also enjoy special "sit in" Prijon sea kayaks with
our kayak centre KAYAK ST. LUCIA. The prijon kayaks feature rudders,
ergonomic seats, knee braces and carbon fiber paddles.

Professionally trained guides provide first class training to newcomers
to this sport. The first part of the beginner’s course is a fun learning
experience on and in the water. Learn techniques on how to safely exit and
re-enter kayaks on open water, basic paddle strokes and balance, as well as
dry entry/exit from shore. Once the theory is completed, the fun begins: Don
your PFDs, Personal Flotation Devices and paddle up the coast over reefs to
examine the weathered volcanic cliffs that give St. Lucia its renowned
rugged beauty.

Escorted coastal kayaking adventures are offered for the newly trained
and also the experienced kayaker. For more information please contactadventure@ansechastanet.com